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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that examines subjects having to do with open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent changes in e-learning technology are providing the means for people all around the world to take part in online classes. These MOOC classes are commonly free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that online education organizations are having to attend to today because online learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can organizations be assured that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is passable? How can organizations certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What strategies are being used by institutions like University of Rochester to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? Interaction, feedback and online support are the most important things that help students succeed in MOOC courses. How can institutions handle low learner motivation and high attrition?

As online education becomes more abundant there is a increasing desire to better understand how MOOCs are being conducted. Academics and many other participants need to understand these interesting new open educational ventures. Academics want to grasp how these massive open online courses can be improved. In response to this developing need for knowledge the new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education issues. This inspiring new book also addresses the key controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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